James Gunn has officially stated that the forthcoming animated Mister Miracle series will be considered canonical within the DC Universe (DCU), indicating the character’s storyline will be integrated into the overall DC continuity. This confirmation suggests that the supervillain Darkseid, a central figure in Mister Miracle’s narrative, may soon make an appearance within the DCU’s expanding universe.
The Story of Mister Miracle and Its Connection to Darkseid
The show centers on Scott Free, known as Mister Miracle, who is originally the son of Highfather, the ruler of New Genesis. Raised on Apokolips after being adopted by Darkseid, Scott Free eventually escapes to Earth and takes on the mantle of Mister Miracle. Comic book writer Tom King is attached as showrunner, although casting for Scott Free and his partner Big Barda has not yet been announced.
In the DC Extended Universe (DCEU), Darkseid appeared in Zack Snyder’s Justice League, portrayed by Ray Porter. Darkseid’s objective is to acquire the Anti-Life Equation, a powerful force able to strip away hope and free will across the multiverse. While the live-action version may not play a major role going forward, the upcoming animated series might serve as the primary depiction of Darkseid for now.
James Gunn Explains the Current Use of Darkseid in the DCU
Regarding Darkseid’s role within the DCU, James Gunn has commented on the character’s similarity to Marvel’s Thanos as a reason for holding back on featuring him prominently. He stated,
“Aspects of Darkseid and Thanos are obviously very similar,”
and added,
“They look very similar, and because of that, I think that to give you probably more of an answer than you expected, using Darkseid as the big bad right now is not necessarily the thing, for a lot of reasons.”
This cautious approach may shape how Darkseid is utilized in future DCU projects.
What This Means for the Future of the DC Universe
While no release date has been announced for the Mister Miracle animated show, its confirmation as part of the official DCU underscores the franchise’s ongoing effort to expand and develop new stories within its Chapter One lineup. Fans awaiting more details can explore other upcoming DC films and shows to stay informed about the universe’s evolving narrative landscape.
